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Direct Support Professional

American Baptist Homes of the Midwest
Ottumwa, IA Part Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/6/2026
Start a rewarding career where your compassion truly matters. Join Crest Services as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and traumatic brain injuries.

We’re a faith-based, nonprofit organization founded in 1974, proudly supporting individuals in group home settings across Minnesota and Iowa.

Why Join Us?

  • People First: Develop meaningful relationships with residents and staff members
  • Competitive Pay: $17.00/hr
  • Schedule: This is a part-time position
    • Monday - Friday 3 PM - 11 PM or 11 PM - 7:30 AM
    • Saturday and Sunday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM or 6:30 PM- 6:30 AM
  • Supportive Team: We value our caregivers as much as our clients
  • Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You’ll Do:

  • Support residents with daily living activities: bathing, dressing, meal prep, etc.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful living environment
  • Monitor and report changes in behavior or health
  • Help with transportation to appointments or activities
  • Collaborate with healthcare staff and team members to deliver holistic care

What You'll Need:

  • Age 21 or older
  • Valid driver’s license and insurance
  • Clear verbal and written communication in English (required)
  • Experience in a medical, caregiving, or healthcare setting preferred, but not required
  • Dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate mindset

Benefits for Qualified Employees:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 403(b) with Discretionary Employer Match
  • Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

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